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The Adventures of Don Quick

Series Overview

The Adventures of Don Quick is a science fiction comedy television series broadcast from October–December 1970, on ITV. Starring Ian Hendry and Ronald Lacey, six 50 minute episodes were made, shown in a 60 minute time slot. Based on the characters of Don Quixote, astronaut Captain Don Quick and Sergeant Sam Czopanser (i.e. "Sancho Panza") are members of the Intergalactic Maintenance Squad. On each planet they visit, Quick attempts to right imaginary wrongs, often upsetting the inhabitants of whatever society he's in. As of 2008, only the first episode exists, the other five are now missing. A technologically impressive 30 foot model spaceship was built in the studio for the series. However the first three episodes in a primetime slot failed to draw the required ratings so the last three were in a much later slot before the show was cancelled.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

CanceledScripted
Original Network
ITV1
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

50 min per episode

Air Date Window

1970 – 1970

Premiered: Fri, Oct 30, 1970

Created By
Peter WildebloodPeter Wildeblood

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Dec 4, 1970

Season 1, Episode 6: “Paradise Destruct”

On a planet with many beautiful people and lush vegetation, night and winter have been abolished in this paradise but Quick decides to change a thing or two with disastrous results.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Don Quick

Type: Teaser • Published 2016-12-07

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Wildeblood

Screenplay & Story

Miguel de Cervantes

Original Score & Music

Michael Vickers

Producers

Peter Wildeblood

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Miguel de Cervantes

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Vickers

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 15

15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Adventures of Don Quick

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What is The Adventures of Don Quick about?

The Adventures of Don Quick is a science fiction comedy television series broadcast from October–December 1970, on ITV. Starring Ian Hendry and Ronald Lacey, six 50 minute episodes were made, shown in a 60 minute time slot. Based on the characters of Don Quixote, astronaut Captain Don Quick and Sergeant Sam Czopanser (i.e. "Sancho Panza") are members of the Intergalactic Maintenance Squad. On each planet they visit, Quick attempts to right imaginary wrongs, often upsetting the inhabitants of whatever society he's in. As of 2008, only the first episode exists, the other five are now missing. A technologically impressive 30 foot model spaceship was built in the studio for the series. However the first three episodes in a primetime slot failed to draw the required ratings so the last three were in a much later slot before the show was cancelled.

How many seasons does The Adventures of Don Quick have?

The Adventures of Don Quick comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Adventures of Don Quick?

Key cast members in The Adventures of Don Quick include Ian Hendry, Ronald Lacey.

Who created or directed The Adventures of Don Quick?

The Adventures of Don Quick was developed and directed by Peter Wildeblood.